Ask Instructor David Barrett

When I went back to catch up on Joe Tartaglia, I noticed that you said you didn't put a notation for slaps in the tabs. Since I see them in the tune I'm working on now, I assume you changed your policy since that video was made.

Your explanation to Joe was in line with my normal practice. I'm kind of used to slapping most everything and playing a single note without a slap when it really makes sense. So, my question is this: continue reading...

Hi Dave when I send in a study song Walk with Me. Do I send it with the regular Jam Track or the slow down Jam Track . Have been practicing with the slow down tracks. sounds good. When I practice with the regular Jam track it hard to keep up n know if I am in right place with the music. I notice there a number of beats between the note ( say 3 beats than start on 3+ just an example )

Thanks

Harplayer

While it may have been a long time since you have been in this situation, I'm sure at some point you were there. I will be going to Memphis to compete in the IBC in February and do a showcase for Betsie Brown, the noted publicist. Frankly, I feel like I am stepping in way over my head. While my band has gotten some really good reviews and I have had positive comments from reviewers, I am having a hard time getting a good frame of mind - the one that says "play what you play". Do you have any suggestions for getting the head in the right place and calming the nerves?

Hello David! I saw a post from you a while ago that you had a transcription for william clarkes "blowin the family jewels instrumental." I was wondering if I could see that? Could you please send it to me or post it. There are some parts I simply can't figure out! Thanks!
Andrewbfa0@hotmail.com

Dear David

I would like to concentrate in high end playing in second position.
Do you have any lessons for high end second position , beside the ones for high end playing for first position ?
Any tips and hints?

Thank you

Paolo

Dave,
I dont know if you have seen the TV show....Axe Men....on Sundays. Anyway, the show is about loggers and one segment of the show is devoted to some guys from Louisiana...Cajun country...real backwoods types.
Lots these characters adventures are so crazy its hard to believe they survive them. continue reading...

Hi David,

Out of curiosity, how long should a Chromatic last?

Taylor

Hi David,

What model of chromatic do you play/suggest?

Thank you,
Taylor

hi David,
Do you think it is better to use the same model of harp across keys? i use quite a mixed bag and i sometimes wonder if it would be better to use a single type. but then, i think maybe its good to adapt. sorry if this seems a frivolous question, just occurs to me sometimes when i see a bargain-priced harp of whatever ype...i wonder if i would be better to choose a type and stay with it
thanks, Dave

David, my question is actually in the double tonguing post below - had a senior moment. If you could reference it there I will check for a response there.